Lake Region—The year was 1932. The place, a small building located at 810 Gillespie St. in Flint, Mich. A small group of Seventh-day Adventist believers put their faith into action, starting a Christian school for their young people. H.T. Saulter was the first teacher and principal. His salary was $5 per week; $20 per month. He roomed with one of the church members. The parents of the students paid no tuition, but they gave of their time and efforts at the school to help out.

For 75 years, the school thrived and continued to train students for service for God. To commemorate its 75-year existence, Fairhaven Seventh-day Adventist School supporters held a Diamond Jubilee Homecoming Celebration, May 4–6, at the Fairhaven Church. The theme for the weekend events was "We've Come this Far by Faith."

There were musical selections by a reunion choir, Fairhaven's youth choir, a program with reflections of former students, and a basketball game where the "old school" alumni challenged the "new school" students. Fairhaven Church member Esther Mattox created a wonderful display of old and current pictures in the school's hallway, which literally was a "Walk Down Memory Lane."

Looking back, it is clear to see that the Fairhaven Church members have had an enduring commitment to keep Christian education alive at the church. They have come this far, 1932–2007, by faith, and it is certain they will go on until the Lord comes. In-depth news and video of the weekend's events are online at Fairhaven's website: www.fairhavensda.org.

Trevor Schluter, Fairhaven Seventh-day Adventist Church communication leader